Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 124,803 miles on the clock, averaging 7,523 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for SO05 LLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,803 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,523 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO05 LLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SO05 LLU
What car is SO05 LLU?
SO05 LLU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO05 LLU?
The last recorded mileage for SO05 LLU was 124,803 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO05 LLU passed its MOT?
SO05 LLU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2020.
Is SO05 LLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO05 LLU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO05 LLU?
SO05 LLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.